This is how I drive servers crazy… |Improve Your Tennis Return Of Serve - OUTSMART A Server

This is how I drive servers crazy… |Improve Your Tennis Return Of Serve - OUTSMART A Server | Part 1

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Күн бұрын

Start breaking more serves by improving your mindset as returners!!
In this video I'll show you some tips and techniques to improve your return of serve and outsmart your opponent!
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@Matt-nt5lm 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate when you show your misses/forced errors in training. Makes the learning aspect much more genuine for us viewers too. Great content mate.

@ploh2239 2 жыл бұрын

Dope content as usual. Wish this was published prior to my match last week lol. Keep it up Karue!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😁

@JodyKriss 2 жыл бұрын

This stuff is gold. I’ve been looking for this channel for years.

@marcelocoip7275 Жыл бұрын

What I really like of yur videos is that you have a warm and joyful mien but already you have real profesional tennis experience. I found so many tennis players and coachs (in person or youtubers) have a bit of resentment to tennis and they drop over you some hopeless feelings about the game. I think tennis is a great sport and I had a lot of fun since I was trying to overhead swing ending like Rafa on my childhood (and hitting the fence almost always). Sometimes improving strokes lead us to a bigger resposability on our macths and to be more serious and have less fun. I really like your positive/joy aproach, you talk a lot about your positive feelings, sometimes in a subtle way but I think it makes a lot of diference to a person who is learning and getting deep in this sport. I'm very interested how to became how did you build yourself this way, for the moment I'm enjoying and learning from your channel, thank you!

@CharlesTang-sp5en 2 ай бұрын

Hi Karue, I think your tennis lessons are the most helpful! somehow it all makes sense to me! It’s way more detailed! And it goes straight to the point! I wish you good luck in your professional endeavors, and I am following you every step of the way! I live in Sydney Australia, I have a court in my complex! It will be my absolute honor to have you here playing a match or two if you ever come down under one day!

@kiesbett 2 жыл бұрын

i tried this change of positioning on return of serve and i observed that this starts a little thinking process in the server, which reduces his consistency noticeable.

@andresf1984 2 жыл бұрын

It really helps, especially when they lose confidence in their favourite serve spots.

@thugzclub4070 11 ай бұрын

I did this against a big server and he started double faulting. It was insane. I stood super far forward so he saw me whilst serving and when the ball is tossed and he cannot see me, I moved back to get time …

@bbbby519 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel is one of the best in tennis! Keep up the great work!

@AntonioCarlo1 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Thank you for your advice and thoughts on the return.

@bryanvaughn80 2 жыл бұрын

i've been waiting for this one since i saw you jumping on an opponent's wide serve!!! thanks!!!!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! thanks for your message!

@Fernwald84 2 жыл бұрын

Great strategic points, Karue. You give a really in-depth look at the strategy of returning serve.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Joo0boz 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We don't see this kind of stuff a lot, super interesting !

@LucasAlexK 2 жыл бұрын

Can't get enough of your content. Super valuable tips 🎾

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@dnisbet71 Ай бұрын

excellent lesson, the main one we all needed

@daviddescoteaux6252 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff here Karue, keep 'em coming!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Will do!

@joshuashin447 2 жыл бұрын

This is the exact sort of content that made me subscribe to you. Thank you for your advice!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for subscribing!

@keith6032 2 жыл бұрын

I have tried all of these except being pro-active. I'm always reacting to serves. I'll try reading/guessing and covering 2 out of 3 spots on the return. helpful stuff bro!!!!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Glad we could help

@mjidbenbrahim6261 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the great instruction.you are a very Smart Coach. Keep the Valuable instruction coming. i have used a lot your Tips in my Teaching. Thanks again.

@andrewlloyd4117 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Will try and use.

@francescopicchio2103 2 жыл бұрын

You are amazing at explaining this, truly the best on the internet ever

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ge9145 2 жыл бұрын

Very good instructions. Ii teach and am always learning. I have used alot of karue s ideas and his friend marcos also. I think this will be girons year. Keep grinding and winning those tie breakers. So key to breaking through. Peace out

@skumarb3016 2 жыл бұрын

Practical stuff... Commendable when you're re actually doing it... Thanks...

@DanTennis 2 жыл бұрын

You’re the best, keep it up👍

@augustblood6810 2 жыл бұрын

Really liked this and looking forward to the new episodes.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! They will be live next week!

@TheDrakulie 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video that really helps in the match situations. Thank you. Can you also add some pointers on how to be better returner in doubles ?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And yes I will put it on our list

@alekseyplotnikov8394 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing tips!

@enriquemorin5569 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias, the second most important shot in tennis.

@Simon.Freund 2 жыл бұрын

Great content as always! Keep it up!!!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

SIMON!!

@-Munditimum- 2 жыл бұрын

Superb. I was waiting for the noisy bike passing by to see that timeless expression you had last time...lol. You belong back in the ATP my friend. Cheers!

@JamesDavisakaRemguy 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, awesome, awesome content!!! Just what advanced and intermediate players have been _dying_ to see on YT! I will never return the same after this - I was one of those guys who just STOOD THERE and got slapped with aces and service winners. NO MORE.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! Don’t just stand there, moveeee

@dimitrisblane6368 7 ай бұрын

Thanks dude!

@arxyman777 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your great content mate!👌🏽 If you are going to continue with the return of serve, could you explain the best grips for both forehand and backhand (one handed backhand included)? Congrats from Spain!🙌🏽

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback! I'll have more tips about return of serve in the next videos of this series, stay tuned!

@absolutepowercorruptsabsol1864 2 жыл бұрын

Superb video.👍👍👍👍

@AllyBeans4 2 жыл бұрын

As always ... priceless tips. Darn ... missed you at IW.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@evank27 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Can you do a series on fitness? Your thoughts on cardio, weight lifting, etc.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Sure!

@rafarads 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks! Tiafoe still with the Duel G. Awesome stick!

@garfgo 2 жыл бұрын

This is great stuff. How might your approach change in doubles where you have the opposing net player to worry about and the returners target is much smaller?

@jaysontang 2 жыл бұрын

great video, really important part of the game that we don't practice enough

@VanCough 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Karue, Would also love to see a video on return strategy for doubles given that someone poaching at net adds a lot of pressure on the return.

@K4R3N 2 жыл бұрын

Returning is VERY hard in dubz

@VanCough 2 жыл бұрын

@Matthew Park I don't agree with this assessment at all. If you look at any ATP doubles match, the UTRs are very similar and yet they have several successful poaches.

@maltetryzna5467 2 жыл бұрын

That reminds me of a classic: Attack with Nick Bollettieri. There are some points in teaching that are quite the same direction. Keep on creating great tennis content!!!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Will do

@gerardovitaliani9318 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Another great video!👏👏👏👏 I’ll wait until complete the 3 videos with wishes . Please , do you not forget some tips to especial return against a leftie. Thanks mate💪🎾

@sashazanjani 2 жыл бұрын

Return of serve is really fun. The better the serve the more fun I find the return challenge.

@TagUrIt2000 2 жыл бұрын

ALWAYS enjoy your content! I purchased a sweatshirt btw! Are you switching to the new VCP?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support!! And no, sticking to the 95

@kaykayy3603 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Video 👍

@rolandharris2706 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible

@danielkim5893 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing ahead of a match tomorrow! Testing the Vcore Pro or thinking about switching from the 95?

@king0vdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I'm going to watch all your videos through my rehab, next month 20th Feb... I will be back on the court! 💪

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

good luck with your rehab!!

@king0vdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

@@MyTennisHQ thank you! I wish you all the best too! I hope you succeed in all your endevours! :D

@howtoswimmingpool6041 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You for sharing your expertise with us. I feel more confident in my matches after watch and implementing your techniques. Love the channel!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@EdmonBegoli 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Karue - would you please give a quick advice (or ideally record a video) on how to best handle low pace second serves. I usually have more problems with low pace second serves because they are easy to overhit. I usually resort to slices on both forehand and backhand side because I have a better control and aiming that way. Does that sound like a reasonable approach? (I am talking about 3.5-4 level here)

@CH-yp5by 2 жыл бұрын

Such a coincidence this video came up, I played earlier today and left the court with the conclusion I really need to improve my return of serve! I lost so many points today :( I look forward to using your tips next game!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Let us know how it goes!

@vijaynarsapur147 2 жыл бұрын

Capital advice. Reminded me of Chang messing up lendl's head with his changed returning position in the FO'89.

@devmehta2828 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Coach Karue, what was the return grip you were using in the clips that you showed at the beginning of the video? It is something similar to the Djokovic return grip, so I am keen to know. Thanks!👍

@dschuurm27 2 жыл бұрын

Lol. I was watching the Naomi Osaka documentary the other night, and they mentioned your name and I was like (to my girlfriend) "oh that's Kerue! He's my coach!" and then I realised that I've never met you and I'm just a random guy out there in the world watching your videos. But really great content Kerue - love the format of hitting on court and then bringing it back. Also loved your hitting vids with Naomi. Really helpful to just watch top players hitting to one another.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, thanks a lot! I'm glad I can help!

@10splay Жыл бұрын

What is your string tension? I notice your middle main string is moving a lot, so it must be low or old strings. return of serve is my secret weapon. you can gain control of the point right away if you move properly on the return. Excellent video.

@AcingTennis 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think about Medvedev's approach to returning so far behind the baseline? I've started doing that in low level recreational matches occasionally and it trips people out. You get plenty of time to wind up and swing at the ball even though you sacrifice the angle (which no one is hitting in the lower levels).

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of players are doing that on tour (thiem, Nadal, zverev). I particularly think it is a great strategy. You have plenty of time to return the serve and start the point neutral. Might be more difficult against very precise servers but besides that, I recommend it. If going back increases how many returns you make, the server will feel the pressure.

@dammitol25mg19 2 жыл бұрын

I saw you play once, in Memphis. I recall your strong return game.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

In the freezing Memphis cold!! Hahah had a good tournament, ended up winning the following week event in Little Rock

@dammitol25mg19 2 жыл бұрын

@@MyTennisHQ It was indeed cold, but a few degrees warmer within 30ft. of the crazy French Canadian from Indiana U--he was in sustained meltdown.

@atulgopinath 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Could you make a video on recovering after a serve .. especially the grip change

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Will do

@emodude6951 2 жыл бұрын

Great information. Definitely going to use this. Question: Are doing the UTR paid hitting?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Not at the moment! But soon

@akiga3258 2 жыл бұрын

bro, great informative video!! thank you for putting it out there. I am trying to video myself playing, so my question is : what height is the camera set at and what camera/phone do u use to record? also what distance from the baseline? i love how it captures you clearly but also the court and opponent on the other side Once again thank you!!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

I think the best height is about 8-9 feet. All the way by the back fence

@ramvaradan Ай бұрын

Great instructions. - I would like to hear about how to formulate post-match take action items - esp. when you lost a match. How do you go about zeroing on what happened, how it happened and how can make sure you perform the right remedies in the training following the match day.

@MyTennisHQ 29 күн бұрын

watch the series Turning Pro At 30. That’s where I reflect on matches

@dadsfreetimeclassicgaming1220 2 жыл бұрын

Im 4 minutes in and im already hitting the thumbs up. I just had to tell my homeboy that his eyes are so big. I can see where hes looking from the parking lot

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@nickwilson2318 2 жыл бұрын

how does this guy not have way more subs?

@loukitus 2 жыл бұрын

Tive que subscrever. Gosto imenso do seu conteúdo. Não sabia que era brasileiro. Um abraço de Portugal.

@alexisteha 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Are you switching to the Vcore 97D do you feel it needs any mods? Hows the return of serve with this stick vs the 95Vcore?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Not switching! Good racket but still like the 95 better

@Bubbles99718 2 жыл бұрын

Trying to predict his shot takes up way too much of my ram space. I can't walk and chew gum at the same time out there. The 2 things I do are: I take large, exaggerated side steps while he's serving. Back and forth till he hits it. This throws off his choice of target a bit. If I can handle his 1st serve I'll move inside the baseline. I almost always move well in on the 2nd serve. Again, if I can handle it. This puts on pressure. Think about when someone does that to you. It's el sucko. Both pays dividends. And I don't have to think about it. As we all know, "Thinking only hurts us." 4.5 guy

@marcelosoares429 2 жыл бұрын

Seus videos sao top Karue

@JCMacDonald 2 жыл бұрын

How're you liking the VCORE pro HD vs the vcore 95?

@patrickkawka 2 жыл бұрын

Come to Vegas young blood. Let’s do a video! Keep it up big man!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

I’m game

@Wishcraftian 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! What do you mean by "hitting the spot"? Is "the spot" where the returner has more difficult contact with the ball?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

I mean someone who hits close to the corners of the service box often, with precision

@Qiller83 2 жыл бұрын

I love of returning as well, probably more than you do(saying this after serving four doulbes T.T)

@tennisblood 2 жыл бұрын

Which's this Yonex VCore in your hand?

@brlvk1197 2 жыл бұрын

Hey could you do a video covering tips & tricks to playing indoor tennis? I come from a country where we only have outdoor tennis cuz of the hot weather and I'm having a hard time adjusting.. could you please cover this?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

I will add it to our list

@Dan1elAndrade 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't know you were brazilian. thanks for the tips!

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Sim, sou brasileiro hahah muito obrigado

@footballnut1 2 жыл бұрын

Great subject! You moved off the VCORE 95 to the new VCORE Pro 97?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Nope

@aktolman Жыл бұрын

How to return serve - as the serve is hit: 1) Grimace + pull sex face 2) As serve is hit start charging the net 3) Close eyes 4) Jump 5) Try to hit ball has hard as possible Pro tips: - go for the line - yell "partaaaay" as you hit the ball I hope this helps!

@TheodorosKolokotronis799 2 жыл бұрын

You should switch my man. VCP97 310 better feel/connection/feedback than your VC95… and bigger SSpot. Just put 2-4grams at 12 to enhance free power.

@aojajena 2 жыл бұрын

If nobody mentioned Monfils vs. Isner at Toronto 2021 then I'm going this. Monfils took this to the level.

@mrmanton 2 жыл бұрын

How do you like this new vcore pro racquet compared with the last one?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/js-DeNCbqbS9Y30.html

@ericdishington428 2 жыл бұрын

Good advice. Thanks. Believe it or not I've used the good Ole SABR move on servers to shake them up a bit. It's really fun once in a while.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@Mickey_McD 2 жыл бұрын

I thought that you might be checking out Giron's first round match at at IW, but I didn't see you there.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Was there for the second round. Knew he would win the first

@kevo99able 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Yonex racket. Which Vcore Pro is that?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

97d

@matiolylax1513 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Brazilian Andy Roddick lookalike! How come your English is sooo good? haha! ✨

@king0vdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

My personal notes so far: 1. Pay attention to the type of serve they refer (eg slice restrictions) - PROACTIVE 2. Toss - more to the right or left? 3. Body position of opponent. 4. Don't get stuck cover 2/3 serves 5. Change tactics if it's not working. - MAKE ADJUSTMENTS Move back, forward, 6. Predict the serve so they're serving where you want to return... This seems difficult... But I think this will come with experience? - 🐈 & 🐁 7. Make the return no matter how

@king0vdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

Go easy first, no stupidity!

@EdmonBegoli 2 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video. Is spot server, btw, a server that can aim and hit specific spots? If so, do you consider that server a tougher server than a “rocket launcher”?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yes just someone who consistently hits close to the lines. And yes I do. Much rather play someone serving bombs but not hitting good spots

@Javi_C 2 жыл бұрын

👍

@yahirgall1239 2 жыл бұрын

New racket again wow cool

@RJinks87 2 жыл бұрын

I think it probably a video he was making when also doing the tests on the Vcore Pro line. I think Karue plays within a week / 2 maybe to get a feel for it

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Nope! Just messing around with it

@TheYoudhruv 9 ай бұрын

Is he the same Eubanks who was in Wimbledon quarters this year ?

@MyTennisHQ 9 ай бұрын

Same one. 1W 0Ls versus him hehe full match is on KZfaq, you can find it

@mteca5093 2 жыл бұрын

switching to vcore pro 97?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Nope

@raquelandal5044 Жыл бұрын

I just realized it’s Karue Sell (carousel?) 😅

@luckcab 2 жыл бұрын

I had no idea you were Brazilian like me 😂 if you need 5.0 to beat up for a future video near LA send me a message.

@sam8922 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone know what strings Karue uses?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Head lynx tour

@MrEggDestroyer 2 жыл бұрын

@@MyTennisHQ do you feel like there is a difference between the colors? Which is your favorite

@mu11ian 2 жыл бұрын

Haha I saw you at Indian Wells

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Hello!

@K4R3N 2 жыл бұрын

My return sucks, mostly because I don't practice enough with guys with good serves

@nikodc2008 2 жыл бұрын

So it seemed like there was almost no analysis or direction on what indicators to look for in terms of body motion / toss / racket movement etc to look for from the sever that can indicate where the serve is going to go. I'm feeling kind of disappointed with this video.

@antoniozerpa5722 2 жыл бұрын

Have you heard the story of how Agassi knew where Becker was going to serve because he pointed the spot with his tongue and then told him many years after they both retired?

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Lol yes! Great story

@chuint459 2 жыл бұрын

Como assim, cara? Vc é brasileiro?????

@yueum 2 жыл бұрын

Mesma surpresa também! Tem um video dele explicando que ele foi pro EUA pq ganhou bolsa na universidade através do tênis.

@chuint459 2 жыл бұрын

@@yueum show

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Hahah sou sim. Todo o time MTHQ é brasileiro

@youcannotbeseriouschannel5541 Жыл бұрын

Oxi, vc é BR msm, Karue?

@IEATPEACH 2 жыл бұрын

Novak would be proud

@tannerbrinton9808 2 жыл бұрын

Who is the guy on the other side of the net? He literally missed 1 serve😂

@Freddie1M 2 жыл бұрын

Federer stands his ground though.

@MyTennisHQ 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah and that is his worst shot. His break point conversion is subpar to his abilities. He is terrific at blocking fast serves but he doesn’t get any advantages by doing what he does.. he is also Federer..

@Freddie1M 2 жыл бұрын

@@MyTennisHQ i think his second serve return isn't very good, but his first serve return is one of the best there is. Basically what you said. But I think there is an argument to be had that always practicing from the same spot like Federer does rather than moving around means you get more practice there and can block returns for winners sometimes without expending much energy. Also if Federer stood back more for second serves he'd have to put more energy into the shot in order to neutralise the rally and perhaps his court positioning is not as good being further back at the beginning of the rally. I think Federer wants to shorten points and it means that if he starts further back it takes an extra shot or two in the rally for him to be able to move forward to the baseline so he can hit winners and shorten the points. Oftentimes you can't just move forward after the return shot and you have to work your way closer. Why do you think Federer does this?